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National Times Bureau, New Delhi: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has strongly criticized the Union government for amending election rules to restrict public inspection of certain electronic documents. He accused the Narendra Modi government of engaging in a “systematic conspiracy” to undermine the institutional integrity of the Election Commission of India (ECI) and erode democracy. The Amendment The Union law ministry recently amended Rule 93(2)(a) of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, following a recommendation by the ECI. The amendment limits public access to specific electronic documents such as: CCTV camera footage, Webcasting footage, Video recordings of candidates during the Model…

National Times Bureau: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to Ravichandran Ashwin, hailing his illustrious 14-year career in international cricket following the veteran off-spinner's unexpected retirement. The announcement, made shortly after the drawn Brisbane Test against Australia, left fans stunned and marked the end of an extraordinary chapter in Indian cricket. In his letter, PM Modi described Ashwin as one of Indian cricket's greatest match-winners. He praised Ashwin’s tactical brilliance, innovative variations, and relentless commitment to the team. Recalling the cricketer’s iconic jersey number 99, the Prime Minister noted that it will be `sorely missed` both on the field…

Jaisalmer, December 22, 2024: The 55th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council concluded without resolving several key issues, including rate rationalization and the taxation of insurance premiums. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the media following the meeting, outlining decisions made and providing updates on pending matters. Key Decisions Announced Merchant Exporters: The GST Council reduced the compensation cess rate to 0.1% for supplies to merchant exporters, aligning it with the applicable GST rate on such transactions. Fortified Rice Kernels: The GST rate on fortified rice kernels was reduced to 5%. ACC Blocks: Autoclaved aerated concrete (ACC) blocks…

Magdeburg [Germany], National Times Bureau: A devastating car attack at a bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday left seven Indian nationals injured. While three of the injured have been discharged from the hospital, the Indian Mission in Germany is closely monitoring the condition of the remaining victims. The attack, which has drawn global condemnation, involved a vehicle deliberately plowing into a crowd of holiday shoppers. At least five people, including an adult and a toddler, lost their lives in the tragic incident. According to reports from Saxony-Anhalt Prime Minister Reiner Haseloff, 68 individuals were injured, with 15 sustaining serious injuries,…

Kuwait City [Kuwait], National Times Bureau: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his historic visit to Kuwait, addressed the Indian diaspora at the “Hala Modi” community event held at Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex on Saturday. He outlined his vision of India as a future hub of global development and a key driver of the world’s economic growth. Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd, PM Modi highlighted India’s remarkable progress in fields such as technology, infrastructure, and sustainability. “Today, India is the fifth-largest economy in the world. We lead in fintech and have the third-largest startup ecosystem globally. India is also the second-largest…

Mohali, National Times Bureau: A massive rescue operation is underway in Mohali following the collapse of a multi-story building on Saturday. Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Border Security Force (BSF) have so far recovered the body of a 20-year-old woman from the rubble. The victim has been identified as Drishti Verma, a resident of Himachal Pradesh. Her tragic death has cast a shadow of grief over the rescue efforts as authorities continue to search for potential survivors. The collapse occurred in a densely populated area, causing chaos and raising concerns about building safety standards. Local residents have criticized…

  Chandigarh/National Times Bureau: The Punjabi music world has been gripped by a surprising feud between two of its most influential figures—AP Dhillon and Diljit Dosanjh. A mix of public statements and social media posts has turned a seemingly small misunderstanding into a widely discussed controversy. Here’s a detailed timeline of the events. December 8: A Gesture of Unity During a concert earlier this month, Diljit Dosanjh praised AP Dhillon and Karan Aujla for their successful India tours. He expressed pride in their accomplishments and declared, “We are all together,” highlighting the importance of unity among Punjabi artists. December 21:…

Chandigarh, December 21: `The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has created history in Punjab’s local body elections, securing over 50% of the wards across 977 constituencies. This resounding victory is a testament to AAP’s pro-people governance and commitment to transparent politics,` stated AAP Punjab President Aman Arora. Taking to Twitter, Arora congratulated AAP’s National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, and all winning candidates. “Heartfelt congratulations to Arvind Kejriwal ji, Bhagwant Mann ji, and all the winning candidates for AAP Punjab’s splendid victory in the municipal elections. I sincerely thank all our workers for their relentless efforts. I expect all…

Khanauri Border, December 21: The hunger strike led by farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal remains a flashpoint as farmers hold firm against government and Supreme Court appeals for him to end his fast. Farmer organizations declared during a press conference that Dallewal would not be moved to a hospital until their demands are met. Farmer leader Surjit Phool issued a strong warning to the authorities, cautioning against any attempts to transfer Dallewal to the temporary hospital set up near the protest site. “If the administration tries to move him, the situation could deteriorate,” said Phool. He also demanded clarity from…